School Streets Ottawa
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Avocating for safer school zones, cleaner air and healthier communities by promoting active mobility to Ottawa schools.
Ottawa
Joined January 2022
An interesting thread about Ottawa city and bike lanes and who decides how to make streets safer for all. @CAFES_Ottawa @BikeOttawa
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He’s starting with lanes in Toronto, but all are at risk, including Ottawa. We need to stand up for everyone who uses lanes, benefits from cyclists shopping along the routes, and all those who will be too afraid to ride because of the increased danger. See you there! #ottbike
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The scariest thing about Halloween is #OttCity streets and intersections. If you must drive tonight, please drive slowly and stay alert, especially in residential neighbourhoods. #otttraffic #Halloween2024 👻🎃💀🎃👻💀
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Despite evidence-based research, the Ontario government plans to implement anti-bike lane legislation for political gain. This will make it more dangerous for everyone. Join our rally this Saturday, Oct. 26, Confederation Park, 3:30pm #OttBike #OttWalk #OttRoll #SafeStreets
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Survey alert! 🚨 The NCC created a brand new public space in 2024. Let’s give them the backing to do it again next year, and make it even better. https://t.co/tsZUaBZF1H
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Every day, we work to build an inspiring capital that is a source of pride for all Canadians.
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Saturday, 3:30x starting at Confederation Park in Ottawa. Read our latest https://t.co/Upd2UJuWZj blog post for all the reasons why ( https://t.co/fqO4RxRSei) , and for a link to share your views with the Province. #ottbike
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There will be an #ottbike rally and ride at City Hall on Tuesday at 5 pm both to mourn the people recently killed and injured in our city and to voice opposition to Ford's anti-cyclist bike lane law. Please join in.
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“It’s on you city councillors and others in leadership, you know who you are “ Remind your councillor on their commitment to Vision Zero. https://t.co/jwZ7Gm5BGE
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Updated September 12th 2022 The new school year is upon us and the Ottawa municipal election is around the corner, taking place on October 24th. This is an important election as it will decide man…
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Credit to @tomflood1 1/2
1. This is Audrey Cameron. A grade 10 student at Nepean High School in Ottawa. On Monday, Audrey was struck by a vehicle while she scootered to school. Her family believes she was in the middle of a crosswalk when she was hit.
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“Transport development physically paved the way for colonization, and is directly linked to the chronic and extreme social inequities Indigenous communities face.” #TRC Read more at: https://t.co/azywZ9ju7L Credit: Jaimy Fischer
theconversation.com
Transport development paved the way for colonization and is directly linked to the chronic and extreme social inequities Indigenous communities continue to face to this day.
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A beautiful day for #KidicalMass Ottawa! We call on our leaders to make safe and convenient places for kids to ride to school, sports, and all the places we need to go. Because riding your bike is Climate Action! #ottbike #ottwalk #ottcity #otttraffic
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The City of Montreal has announced the continuation of 9 summer pedestrian streets for another 3 years. Each local merchants association will receive $700,000 annually to build, program and maintain the popular pedestrian spaces. 📍 Montreal 🇨🇦
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Ride in car-free paths and then join us to enjoy some free coffee (thank you @happygoatcoffee) and free ice cream (thank you @TheMerryDairy) and free smiles (thank you 🚲) We will also be accepting donations for @OCH_LCO program #HoponBikes. https://t.co/jGIPdnIeZ9
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Only 3 more sleeps until Kidical Mass! We have been getting questions so here is an FAQ. Have another question that's not answered here? Leave a comment! 🧵 1/2 #KidicalMass #Ottcity #OttBike #Ottwalk
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🚨 Letters to NCC needed from community groups on the Parkways Design Guidelines. Be bold! This is our chance. https://t.co/Jil8bq9SY2
@BikeOttawa @CAFES_Ottawa @CJOttawa @SchoolStYOW @ForourkidsO @FFF_Ottawa @EcologyOttawa @letsbikeottawa @WalkableO @reimagineottawa
ncc-ccn.gc.ca
Every day, we work to build an inspiring capital that is a source of pride for all Canadians.
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Biking can and should be a primary means of transportation that is safe and accessible for all! We are hosting a fun, family-friendly group bike ride on Sat Sept 28, #kidicalmass, specifically to highlight this to our local and provincial governments.
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A joy-filled bike ride with a purpose: safe streets for kids.
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#TakeTheLaneTuesday is now a thing. On Saturday families will be taking the entire lane (albeit closed to drivers) for #KidicalMass. The message is the same, we want safe and convenient ways to school and work outside the car.
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